WJLE is proud of our partner sponsors of religious programs each week and hopes you will tune in often and let them know you listen. Sheriff Ray said that on June 5 a deputy . Seasonal adjustment is a statistical technique that eliminates the influences of weather, holidays, the opening and closing of schools and other recurring seasonal events from an economic times series. Caldwell refused to submit to field sobriety tasks and implied consent. *The DeKalb County High School Winterguard Traveled to Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky on April 1 and was named Tennessee State Grand Champions and awarded the Bronze Medal in their class. He placed in the top three at the Tennessee convention last November, 2016 which qualified him to attend the nationals. English; Website; Like 5 Listen live 0. Voter registration deadlineApril 2 The awards were sponsored by Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. When the deputy awoke Deskins, he noticed an open Budweiser in the cup holder, and one empty and another full in the floorboard. Matthew N. Nokes In his weekly report on county crime news, Sheriff Patrick Ray reported Monday that 34-year-old Gary Christopher Ponder of South College Street, Smithville is charged with violation of an order of protection. Jennings was a two-sport star at DCHS in baseball and football. 96 and Center Hill Lake. *Ivy Phillips of Chapmansboro, Tennessee repeated as the Grand Champion Fiddler of the Smithville Fiddlers Jamboree and Crafts Festival on Saturday, July 1. Billings was found to have cuts to his hands, Sheriff Ray said. Email: wjle@dtccom.net Voting for the new truck were Aldermen Jason Murphy, Gayla Hendrix, and Shawn Jacobs and voting no were Aldermen Josh Miller and Danny Washer. The accident occurred on a hillside in the Clear Fork area of Liberty at the end of Pistole Hollow Road. His bond is $15,000 and he will make a court appearance on March 16. *Business Information Systems collects the fees, not DeKalb County WATCH LIVE. Estes, a passerby, spotted the fire and saw Standridge standing outside the trailer yelling that her children, the Johnson siblings, were still inside. A black Ruger LCP pistol was recovered from the scene. 12:00 NOON Hale, a 32 year veteran of the department, attended 148 out of 175 calls during the year 2016. Cumberland: 3.9% *Saint Thomas DeKalb Hospital and the physicians of the Family Medical Center practice joined together in welcoming back five physicians from the Smithville practice to begin providing hospitalist services at the local hospital . Members of the DeKalb County Fire Department and Rescue Team were summoned to provide extrication services on the Drake vehicle. Alyssa G. Pugh Tanner Malone, son of Shannon and Julie Malone of Alexandria, was presented a plaque and tee shirt by Alexandria Fire Chief Brian Partridge. Probably the number one property in our mind looking at it is 411 Juniper Lane. Sheriff Patrick Ray said that on January 5 and February 17 Booher and Murphy broke into and stole items from several storage units being rented by a total of five victims. Proponents of the change said the convention process would ensure only bona fide democrats become nominees and, unlike a primary, would keep republican voters from influencing the outcome. Phone: 615 597-4265 Lester also had in his possession digital scales with residue and a silver copper metallic container that he used to carry the Alprazolam. For the first time in its 50 year history, the DUD is now producing water on its own for the 5,300 customers it serves in either all or portions of DeKalb, Smith, Cannon, and Wilson counties. In addition to being named MVP, Poss received the teams Best Offensive Player award. 9:45 P.M. *DCHS Softball Pitching sensation Kayley Caplinger, a senior, signed Tuesday, February 7 with Cumberland University of Lebanon to play softball after she graduates here. Other officers are Vice Chairman Clint Hall, Secretary Brandon Cox, Treasurer Tom Chandler, and Assistant Treasurer Dustin Estes. A Byrdstown man and Smithville woman believed to have been responsible for a recent rash of burglaries and thefts from a Nashville Highway storage unit business in DeKalb County have been arrested after an investigation by a Sheriff's Department Detective. Murphy submitted to field sobriety tasks but performed poorly. Two former DeKalb County High School baseball standouts were drafted and signed by major league baseball teams. Sam McMillen is a pitcher for the Hiwassee, College Tigers. The DCHS Class of 2023 Top Rank students are as follows: Robert S. Wheeler He was placed under arrest again. Barton, who is also a 3rd District County Commissioner, started volunteering with the Jamboree in 2004 and became the President and Coordinator in 2008. Mr. His bond is $10,000 and he will be in court April 8. Its in our DNA, Dailey said as he and Vincent recognized family, friends, their band, and members of their organization whod helped make the night possible. It has been recently remodeled and has bathrooms via hallways, and its within walking distance to stores, restaurants and is close to public housing, and could easily accommodate eight individuals or a mixture of females and children. No action was taken Tuesday night as the mayor and aldermen still have questions. According to a spokesperson in Liberty, the number of participants at the Liberty Center had fallen off over the past year which had an impact on available funding for the center. 4. Three properties have been identified by UCDD as possible locations for the home including at 411 Juniper Lane, 805/809 West Broad Street, and 1309 South College Street. While being placed in custody, Patton tried to kick at officers and he kicked the window and door of the patrol car. The rate increase is to help make up the difference in the loss of $775,000 in revenue due to the departure of the DeKalb Utility District as a water customer. A woman caught driving drunk near the Sheriffs Office has been arrested for DUI and a passenger of her vehicle is facing criminal trespassing and littering charges for tossing bags of tobacco into the cage wash bay behind the jail. She was further issued citations for light law violations, misuse of registration, and failure to maintain lane of travel. 6:30 A.M. Bains bond is $20,000 and her court date is January 4. *12:30 p.m.: Music Ministry of Delmas Neal Redmon graduated from DCHS in late May. A Dropbox is also located on the outside wall of the county offices section at the county complex building (where the Trustees Office is located) for your convenience after hours or on weekends. Top Stories. 7:30 A.M. 28-year-old Raymond Marcelle Marks of Village Place, Smithville is charged with driving on a revoked license and criminal impersonation. JULY: The G building is some 50 feet from the H building where a fire destroyed two condos early Monday morning, July 24. Any 2016 unpaid property taxes may be paid with interest and penalty through March 31. Aaron D. Gottlied The Emergency Department area is completely rebuilt, including a waiting room, the reception area, each individual treatment room and the nurses stations, including new flooring, new counters and painting. He is under a $1,500 bond and his court date is September 29. They have really matured over the past three years and have been a part of three consecutive state tournament runs. . A further investigation revealed that several previous calls had been placed from Williams phone and that on at least one occasion he identified himself during the call. This years White Rose Awards went to Eli Cross and Kayley Caplinger while the Citizenship Award was presented to Luke Green. Amelia R. Atnip There, while standing at the rear of Deputy Taylors vehicle, Deputy Russell saw and heard something off to his side. References External links. We ask that you (city) transfer the project over through a subcontract and let us (UCDD) take it and then we would handle every bit of the acquisition. Top Stories. The Fire Department returned to the Condos Wednesday afternoon, July 26 where an open flame from a ruptured natural gas line was discovered between the floors of another building there. Ms Carrie is a resident of 112 Shady Lane. The old adage goes that whatever you do on New Years Day you will do all year so why not start 2018 with healthy exercise and socializing with friends while enjoying a good meal? Dillard was already on probation for a separate offense at the time of the incident. She was also awarded Miss Congeniality. After firefighters arrived, Lieutenant John Poss of the Smithville Volunteer Fire Department rescued the 4 year old child. That was McMillens only appearance in the World Series. I believe this transitional housing is going to be a great thing for moms and children. 5. *A prisoner at the DeKalb County Jail escaped Tuesday afternoon, March 28 but was captured minutes later at the parking lot of Hardees Restaurant. WJLE Today. *The Smithville Police and Fire Departments paid tribute Monday night, January 9 to a man who risked his own life to save a 23 month old child during a mobile home fire in December, 2016 at 1276 South Mountain Street. An underwater camera was used to locate the body in about 65 feet of water at the dock right under the boat slip. Junior Fair Princess: 14 year old Ellisyn Kelsey Cripps, daughter of Troy and Jamie Cripps of Smithville. According to Sheriff Ray, a deputy was patrolling McMinnville Highway on September 12 when he spotted a white Chevy Colorado traveling with no headlights and failing to maintain its lane. You may also qualify for the State of Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program. Sheriff Ray said that on September 12 a deputy was summoned to Cantrell Lane, Smithville, in response to a call of a suspicious person in the callers yard. While unemployment rates remain near historically low levels in many counties, there are still areas that need our assistance, Phillips said. The total value of the property is $4,100. In addition to daily news updates, WJLE keeps you informed and entertained with "LIVE" broadcasts and "LIVE" web streaming of local government meetings, including the Smithville City Council, County Commission, and School Board, high school sports, local elections, Sunday religious programming and other events throughout the year. WJLE AM FCC Public File Brayden Chunn of Greenbriar was named Entertainer of the Year. As he ran off correctional officers gave chase on foot while deputies followed in their patrol cars. Two deputies responded emergency traffic due to the perceived threat of life from the report. Following is a month-by-month recap of the top local news stories of 2017. . The duopoly is licensed to Smithville, Tennessee. Gainesboro native Sam Stout was elected to the position at a meeting of Jamboree board on Thursday night, February 9. Sadly, 2017 was also a year of tragedy as five people lost their lives on Center Hill Lake, five others died in DeKalb County traffic accidents, one man perished in a logging accident, and another man was killed in a lawn mowing mishap. . The Smithville Police and Fire Departments wish to acknowledge Mr. Jerry Estes for his selfless act of bravery on December 4, 2016, said Chief Collins in presenting Estes the plaque. Jewelldean Foutch, Wiley Foutch, Billy J. France, James Alvie France, Johnny Frazier, Ronnie Frazier, Woodrow Frazier, Leonard M. Freeman, Sr., Leonard Buddy Freeman, Jr., Margaret Freeman, *A logging accident claimed the life of a local man Monday afternoon, April 10. Morgan R. Walker According to police, Williams had been involved in a domestic dispute with a woman which became physical. A Politically Neutral tracking of Arrests and Indictments. At 7:30 a.m. today a dock worker for Sligo Marina found a body at the Sligo Marina as he was doing morning maintenance on the dock. Sheriff Ray said that on February 23 a deputy responded to a possible burglary in progress and upon arrival was told by witnesses that the two suspects fled into the woods. County General Election, Municipal Elections, and Tennessee Primary August 2, 2018 Zona Selby, Sylvia Sellers, Donald Smith, Virgil Smith, Christopher Chris Stanley, Jordan Steinbach, Couple Arrested After Search Warrant Issued Black History Pamela Sue Cantrell, 67 Albert Gore Adcock, 82 Emma Jean Martin, 98 Ada LaVelle Davis Smith, 104 . Saint Joseph, MO (64501) Today. Both Eric and Anthony Tramel were subsequently taken into custody after a short foot chase. If you feel like you&x27;re losing control over your. Courtney Gousman. Other groups may also get involved. The victims were removed from the passenger side of the vehicle, placed in stokes baskets, and brought back up to the top of the hill. A total of 7,320 were employed and 320 were without work. Because of the steep hillside, EMS and rescue volunteers used ropes to access the crash scene. Rodriguez was named in a sealed indictment returned by the DeKalb County Grand Jury on Monday, April 4, 2016. The DeKalb County Labor Force for November was 7,640. 2606 McMinnville Hwy NBC News Contraband seized during this incident included seven bags of a clear rock like substance believed to be methamphetamine totaling 4.93 ounces, one bag, 6.6 grams, of marijuana, seven Xanax pills, three other pills listed as controlled substances, one .380 caliber handgun, one .22 caliber handgun, and various drug paraphernalia. The county will pay SCWS based on incoming weights. Through this transitional housing program we work with individuals to get them into recovery and once they get out of recovery we try to place them into housing, put them in jobs, and make sure they have all the supports they need to be successful coming back into society, said Farley. There, troopers and dispatchers were recognized for their outstanding service to the State of Tennessee. The body of Aimee McCray was recovered in about 65 feet of water Sunday afternoon, April 9 at Hurricane Marina. What started as a trespassing complaint ended in the pursuit and arrest of two people, according to Jackson County Sheriff's Office. The park is located at 1630 Edgar Evins Park Road, Silver Point, TN 38582. 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